Surveying instrument parts imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
Namibia imported $6.6 million of surveying instrument parts in 2024 (176 tonnes). Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.6M | 176 t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 120 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 43 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 23 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 22 t |
| 2019 | $935K | 5 t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 38 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 11 t |
Where Namibia imports surveying instrument parts from
Most of the value came from Angola (46%), United States (10%), Norway (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $3.0M | 46% |
| United States | $657K | 9.9% |
| Norway | $633K | 9.5% |
| France | $489K | 7.4% |
| Senegal | $456K | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $435K | 6.6% |
| Japan | $241K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $146K | 2.2% |
| Nigeria | $79K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $76K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.76 per kg, 66% below the world average of $111.72, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Surveying instrument parts exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported surveying instrument parts worth $1.3 million (32 tonnes). Most of it went to Angola (30%), United Kingdom (18%), Norway (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+551% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $390K | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $232K | 18% |
| Norway | $174K | 13% |
| Republic of the Congo | $143K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $135K | 10% |
| Malaysia | $85K | 6.5% |
| Indonesia | $57K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $37K | 2.8% |
| United States | $26K | 2% |
| France | $13K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia surveying instrument parts imports (HS 9015.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9015.90: Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015.
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instrument parts imported by Namibia?
Namibia imported surveying instrument parts worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 176 tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instrument parts to Namibia?
Angola was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by the United States (10%) and Norway (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 721% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.76 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $111.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instrument parts to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does Namibia also export surveying instrument parts?
Yes. Namibia exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the United Kingdom and Norway. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instrument parts?
The HS code for surveying instrument parts is subheading 9015.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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